The world's largestglobal problem-solving experiment.

The Global Problem-Solving Experiment is a two-week online camp where kids, teens, and adults from around the world take on the toughest challenges we’ve ever designed.

This isn’t a class. It’s an experiment.

You’ll face games with no instructions. Systems with no obvious rules. And teammates you’ve never met. Together, you'll work to solve complex problems that mirror the real world: messy, unpredictable, and full of possibility.

Whether you're new to Synthesis or a returning player, you’ll be part of a global effort to answer big questions: Who are the best collaborators? What makes a great team? And how do different people approach challenge and uncertainty?

You don’t need to be a top student or expert gamer — or even a kid! You just need to be curious, ready to think differently, and willing to try.

This is your chance to explore, collaborate, and test your skills on a global stage.

Anyone with curiosity and a spirit of adventure.

This experiment is open to participants in four age divisions: 8–10, 11–14, 15–17, and 18+.

Whether you're a young strategist, a curious teen, or an adult ready for a challenge, you’re invited to step into the arena. No prior experience required — just a willingness to think deeply, work with others, and explore the unknown.

Participants should be:

• comfortable using basic tech like a laptop and mouse,
• proficient in English (intermediate level of B1 (CEFR) or equivalent), and
• open to working with all kinds of teammates.

We welcome introverts and extroverts, future artists and engineers, quick thinkers and deep thinkers. Everyone brings something valuable to the team.

Each week includes three unique sessions:

• One offered Monday–Tuesday
• One Wednesday–Thursday
• One Friday–Saturday

Each session lasts about one hour.

We recommend that students attend at least one session from each two-day block to get the full camp experience. Students are welcome to repeat any session for extra practice — just don’t forget to build in breaks! Our sessions are mentally stimulating, and downtime helps participants recharge and reflect.

There’s no minimum time commitment or required attendance. If you need to miss a session, no problem — the curriculum is flexible, and you can jump back in anytime.

We offer a wide range of session times to serve families around the world, so you’ll see options that span many hours. Just pick the time(s) that work best for your family’s routine.

Each camp session lasts one hour and runs at the same times Monday–Saturday. Pick whichever sessions fit your day from the schedule above.

When you register to attend a session, you’ll see session times in your local time, based on your device settings.

Some session times may look unusual (like midnight) because they’re meant for families in different parts of the world. You can safely ignore those and choose the session that works best for your family.

Students are matched based on a range of factors, including age and experience level. Our goal is to create teams that are balanced, age-appropriate, and well-positioned to collaborate effectively.

All players are grouped within their registered age division (8–10, 11–14, 15–17, or 18+). Younger children will never be grouped with older teens or adults.

Within those divisions, we mix players strategically to reflect real-world conditions:

• Different communication styles
• Varying levels of confidence or experience
• A blend of thinkers, leaders, and learners

Internet

Students need either a broadband wired connection or a wireless connection that’s equivalent to 4G/LTE or better. The minimum download speed is 50Mbps, but 100Mbps is recommended.

Computer Specifications

• Age: Less than 3 years for laptops or Chromebooks; less than 5 years for desktops (with a dedicated video card).
• Memory (RAM): 8 GB
• Processor: 2 Ghz
• Resolution: 1920 x 1080
• Webcam: 720p, built-in or external
• Microphone: Built-in or external

Browser and Operating System (OS)

Windows 10 or above; Mac Big Sur 11 or above; or Chrome OS. Students should also use the Chrome browser, not Safari, Firefox, Brave, etc.

Audio

Headphones with a microphone are strongly recommended.

iPad (iPhones and Android devices not supported)

Minimum:

• 3 GB RAM
• iOS 18
• A12 Bionic chip
• iPad 8th generation (2020)
• iPad Mini 5th generation (2019)
• iPad Air 3rd generation (2019)

Strongly recommended:

• 4+ GB RAM
• iOS 18+
• A14 Bionic / M1 chip and newer
• iPad 10th generation and up (2022+)
• iPad Mini 6th generation and up (2021+)
• iPad Pro 4th generation and up (2020+)
• iPad Air 4th generation and up

Accessory:

iPad case or stand with landscape support.

Check out our Knowledge Base or email us at teams@synthesis.com with any questions.

We look forward to seeing you at camp!